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Ministry of Defence
INDIGENOUS AIRCRAFT CARRIER VIKRANT
COMPLETION OF 4TH PHASE OF SEA TRIALS
The fourth phase of Sea Trials for IAC has been successfully completed on 10 Jul 22, during which integrated trials of majority of equipment and systems onboard including some of the Aviation Facilities Complex equipment were undertaken. The ship’s delivery is being targeted in end Jul 22, followed by commissioning of the ship in Aug 22 to commemorate ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’.
The Indigenous design and construction of Aircraft Carrier by Indian Navy and Cochin Shipyard Ltd is a shining example in the Nation’s quest for ‘AatmaNirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India Initiative’ with more than 76% indigenous content. This has led to growth in indigenous design and construction capabilities, besides development of large number of ancillary industries, with employment opportunities for over 2000 CSL personnel and about 12000 employees in ancillary industries.
Maiden Sea Trials of IAC were successfully completed in Aug 21. This was followed by second and third phases of Sea Trials in Oct 21 and Jan 22 respectively. During these three phases of Sea Trials, endurance testing of propulsion machinery, electrical & electronic suites, deck machinery, lifesaving appliances, ship’s Navigation and Communication systems was undertaken.
Ministry of Railways
Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and France on Technical Cooperation in the field of railways
The Union Cabinet Chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding  between the Indian Railways and SNCF Mobilites  on Technical Cooperation in the field of Railways. The MoU was signed on 10th March, 2018.
The MoUs provide a platform for Indian Railways to interact and share the latest developments and knowledge in the railway sector. The MoUs facilitate exchange of technical experts, reports and technical documents, training and seminars/workshops focusing on specific technology areas and other interactions for knowledge sharing.
The MoU will provide a framework of cooperation for focused approach in following key areas :-
1. High speed and semi-high speed rail;
2. Station renovation and operations;
3. Modernisation of current operations and infrastructure;
4. Suburban trains.
Background:
Ministry of Railways have signed MoUs for technical cooperation in the Rail sector with various foreign Governments and National Railways. The identified areas of cooperation among others, include high speed corridors, speed raising of existing routes, development of world class stations, heavy haul operations and modernization of rail infrastructure, etc. The cooperation is achieved through exchange of information on developments in areas of railways technology & operations, knowledge sharing, technical visits, training & seminars and workshops in areas of mutual interest.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
172.95 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 4,78,882
Active cases stand at 1.12%
Recovery Rate currently at 97.68%
91,930 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,16,77,641
34,113 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
75.18 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 10,67,908 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 187.71 Cr
Over 2.66 Cr 1st dose vaccines administered for age group 12-14 years
India's Active caseload currently stands at 16,522
2,541 new cases reported in the last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently stands at 98.75%
Weekly Positivity Rate is presently at 0.54%
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 187.71 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 2,30,40,984 sessions.
COVID-19 vaccination for the age group 12-14 years was started on 16 March, 2022. So far, more than 2.66 Cr  adolescents have been administered with the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Similarly, the COVID-19 precaution dose administration for age group 18-59 years also started from 10th April, 2022 onwards. 4,17,414 precaution doses have been administered in age group 18-59 years so far.
The break-up of the cumulative figure as per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10404769
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2nd Dose
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10012236
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Precaution Dose
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4698351
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18415022
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2nd Dose
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17532487
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Precaution Dose
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7361461
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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26655947
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2nd Dose
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2983166
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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58151729
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2nd Dose
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41393756
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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555492517
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2nd Dose
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475580091
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Precaution Dose
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92265
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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202884711
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2nd Dose
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187395613
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Precaution Dose
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325149
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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126839711
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2nd Dose
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116740697
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Precaution Dose
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14236103
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Precaution Dose
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2,67,13,329
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Total
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1,87,71,95,781
India’s Active Caseload currently stands at 16,522. Active cases now constitute 0.04% of the country's total Positive Cases.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.75%. 1,862 patients have recovered in the last 24 hours and the cumulative tally of recovered patients  is now at 4,25,21,341.
2,541 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The last 24 hours saw a total of 3,02,115 COVID-19 tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 83.50 Cr  cumulative tests.
Weekly Positivity Rate in the country currently stands at 0.54% and the Daily Positivity rate is also reported to be 0.84%.
Special Service and Features
1.42 kg of Gold and electronic goods totally worth Rs. 1.13 Crores were seized by Chennai Air Customs. Five Passengers arrested.
On 16.12.2021 , four passengers who arrived from Dubai by Indigo flight 6E-66 at 1110 hrs. were intercepted at exit gate. On personal search & examination of their checked in baggage, 1147 grams of Gold was recovered which was concealed in the form “Saw Dust” in the Carton boxes worth Rs. 49.50 Lakhs was recovered. Further, all the four passengers were in possession of electronic goods totally worth Rs.42.04 lakhs , which they didn’t declare. Thus, the same was seized under Customs Act. All four passengers were arrested.
In another incident, a passenger who arrived from Sharjah by Indigo flight 6E-1409 on 16.12.2021 at 1100 hrs. was intercepted at exit gate. On personal search & examination of his checked in luggage, 275 grams of Gold valued 11.87 lakhs was recovered which was concealed as metallic ends of coaxial cables. He was also in possession of electronic goods worth approximately Rs.9.80 lakhs, which he didn’t declared. He was arrested.
Total, 1.42 kg of Gold worth Rs. 61.37 lakhs and electronic goods worth Rs. 51.84 lakhs were seized by Chennai Air Customs. All five passengers have been arrested.
Further investigation is under progress.
This is stated in a press release issued by the Pr. Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
North East Rural Livelihood Project
North East Rural Livelihood Project , a World Bank aided project implemented by Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region  has concluded on 30.09.2019.
.This information was given by Minister of Development of North Eastern Region Shri G. Kishan Reddy in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
MG/RNM/DP/RK
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
Implementation of PM-KISAN Scheme
Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi  Yojna, the responsibility of identifying the landholder farmer family eligible for benefit under the Scheme and uploading the data of the eligible beneficiaries on the PM-KISAN Portal is that of the States/UT Administrations. The total number of eligible beneficiaries enrolled/uploaded in the PM-KISAN portal as on 17-09-2020 is 11,07,62,287. The State-wise details of eligible beneficiaries uploaded in the PM-KISAN portal since 2019 till date is given at Annexure-I.
Under the Scheme, the States/UTs are required to set up Grievance Redressal Committees for looking into the grievances related to implementation of the scheme. No data of grievances received/disposed of by them is, however, maintained centrally.
This information was given in a written reply by the Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar in Rajya Sabha today.
Annexure -I
The State-wise details of eligible beneficiaries uploaded in the PM-KISAN portal
Ministry of Education
IIT Bombay secures $18.6 million funding for Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub
: Mumbai, August 24, 2023
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has received a donation of $18.6 million from an alumnus towards the establishment of a Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub. This landmark contribution will redefine the Institute’s role in addressing the global climate crisis. To be located within a state-of-the-art academic building on the IIT Bombay campus, the focus of this hub extends to critically important areas. These include evaluating climate risks and developing effective mitigation strategies, climate change adaptation, and comprehensive environmental monitoring. Additionally, the Hub seeks to advance climate solutions, fostering the adoption of renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies.
The hub will facilitate research in several critical areas, including, but not limited to, battery technologies, solar photovoltaics, biofuels, clean-air science, flood forecasting, and carbon capture. The Hub will also serve as a nexus for learning and exploration, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities for students and researchers alike. Furthermore, the Hub will offer industry-tailored educational training and cultivate strategic collaborations with global universities and corporations. The objective is to drive practical and transformative solutions while nurturing entrepreneurship in the realm of green energy and sustainability.
Speaking of this collaboration, Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Director, IIT Bombay said, “We are immensely grateful for the generosity displayed by our alumnus whose significant contribution reaffirms IIT Bombay's commitment to spearheading innovative solutions for the global climate crisis. The establishment of this hub underscores our dedication to tackling climatechallenges through cutting-edge research, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and nurturing entrepreneurial endeavours. The Green Energy and Sustainability Research Hub stands as a testamentto the impact that collective efforts can achieve in paving a sustainable path for the future." He further said, “This is a rare occurrence in Indian academia that a philanthropist wishes to stay anonymous. I am sure this donation will motivate many others to come forward for the cause of IIT Bombay.”
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Ministry of Civil Aviation
Boost to airport infrastructure
Cabinet approves construction of New Domestic Terminal Building and other allied structures at Patna Airport
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the construction of New Domestic Terminal Building and other allied structures at Patna airport at an estimated cost of Rs.1,216.90 crore.
Impact:
After construction of the New Terminal Building, the passenger handling capacity of the airport shall enhance to 4.5 Million Passengers Per Annum  from existing 0.7 MPPA. The New Terminal building shall have an area of 65,155 sqm including basement are of 18,650 sqm and shall be equipped with world class passenger facilities. With the construction of New Terminal Building, there will be an increase in economic activities in Patna region, which will create additional jobs. With this project the aspirations of the people of Bihar also stand fulfilled.
The project is a part of the 'Package for Bihar', announced by the Prime Minister.
Background:
Patna airport, situated in the State of Bihar, is one of the major airports in the Eastern Region; The existing terminal building of the airport is a timeworn double story structure and is operating at four times of its capacity. The Government has received numerous requests for revamping and expansion of the existing airport infrastructure from the Government and the people of Bihar. The construction of new domestic terminal building and other allied structures at the Patna airport has become inevitable, as the traffic at the airport has increased at tremendous rate in last few years.
Ministry of Finance
Inviting applications to set up International Trade Financing Services Platform at GIFT IFSC
The International Financial Services Centres Authority  has been established as a unified regulator to develop and regulate financial products, financial services, and financial institutions in the International Financial Services Centres  in India.
IFSCA vide circular dated 9th July 2021 issued the framework for setting up of International Trade Financing Services Platform  at GIFT International Financial Services Centre  for providing Trade Financing Services.
In this regard, IFSCA has invited application from eligible entities, which are desirous of setting up and operating the ITFS, to apply in the prescribed format along with supporting documents to the IFSCA by 15th of September 2021.
IFSCA upon satisfaction in the first instance will grant an in-principle approval to operate in IFSCA Regulatory Sandbox environment for such period as it may consider appropriate, before allowing regular operations.
The ITFS would be an electronic platform for facilitating the trade finance requirements of exporters and importers by providing access to multiple financiers. Once operational, it will play an instrumental role in arranging credit for exporters & importers from global institutions through Factoring, Forfaiting and other trade financing services at competitive cost. The platform is expected to be leveraged by exporters and importers across the world for availing trade finance services, thereby making GIFT IFSC a preferred location for international trade financing.
A copy of the circular dated 23rd August 2021 inviting applications to set up ITFS at GIFT IFSC is available on the website of the authority .
Ministry of External Affairs
Passport Seva Camp at Sundarban Kristi Mela O Loko Sanskriti Utsab
Kolkata, December 12, 2018
The Regional Passport Office under Ministry of External Affairs is organising Passport Seva Camp at Sundarban Kristi Mela O Loko Sanskriti Utsab, Kultali, South 24 Parganas from December 20 to 29, 2018.
Applicants have been requested to bring online Application Reference Number  sheets along with other necessary documents of identity proof, address and proof of date of birth .
The detailed information of the documents required can be obtained from the website www.passportindia.gov.in.
Applications in normal category  will be entertained in the mela. Fifty applications on daily basis will be entertained from December 20 to 29, 2018.
Appointments for the period from December 20 to 29, 2018 will be in the above mentioned website on December 17, 2018 at 3.30 pm.
The applicants have to pay the passport fees through online payment system. Only those applicants who have obtained appointments for the said period through online mode will be entertained.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
India Designates 5 New Ramsar Sites
India has designated five  new wetlands of International importance, which include three wetlands  in Tamil Nadu, one  in Mizoram and one wetland  in Madhya Pradesh, making a total of 54 Ramsar sites in the country. The Ramsar sites have been increased from 49 to 54 Ramsar sites.
Ministry of Earth Sciences
Advance of southwest monsoon into south Andaman Sea 
According to the latestrelease by the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Cyclone Warning Divisionof the India Meteorological Department:
- The Southwest Monsoon has advanced into some parts of south Bay of Bengal, NicobarIslands & Andaman Sea.
- The Northern Limit of Monsoon  passes through Lat.5°N/Long.85°E,Lat.8°N/Long.90°E, Car Nicobar, Lat.11°N/Long.95°E .
Further advance during next 3-4 days
- Conditions are favorable for further advance of Southwest Monsoon into some more parts ofSouth Bay of Bengal, remaining parts of Andaman Sea & Andaman Islands and some parts ofeastcentral Bay of Bengal during next 48 hours.
Major features associated with advance of southwest monsoon>
- Rainfall occurred at most places over Nicobar Islands during last 24 hours.
- Southwesterly wind has strengthened in the lower levels  and deepened over the southern Latitudes covering south Andaman Sea, Nicobar Islandsand southern parts of south Bay of Bengal.
- There is persistent cloudiness from 15th May onwards over south Andaman Sea,
adjoining south Bay of Bengal and Nicobar Islands. The Satellite  derived Outgoing Long wave Radiation over the region is less than 200 W/m2 .
Forecast & warnings for Andaman & Nicobar Islands during next 5 days
- Light to moderate rainfall at most places very likely over Andaman & Nicobar Islandsduring next 4-5 days. Heavy rainfall at isolated
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Neeraj Chopra on winning the Lausanne Diamond League 2023
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Neeraj Chopra on winning the Lausanne Diamond League 2023.
The Prime Minister tweeted:
“Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for shining at the Lausanne Diamond League. Thanks to his extraordinary performances, he has finished at the top of the table. His talent, dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence is commendable.”
Special Service and Features
ESIC Medical College & Hospital, KK Nagar starts Sleep Consultation Clinic for its beneficiaries
ESIC Medical College and Hospital, K. K Nagar, Chennai is providing Primary, Secondary and certain Super Specialty Medical Care for the Insured Persons and their dependants under ESI Scheme.
Good sleep is a part of good health. Sleep consultation is all the more essential for Industrial workers who work in night shift etc. Considering the overall wellbeing of the ESIC Beneficiaries, "SLEEP CONSULTATION CLINIC" has been started at 1st Floor, OPD Block, ESIC Medical College & Hospital, KK Nagar with effect from 17.04.2023.
This will immensely benefit the IPs and ESI beneficiaries, according to a press release issued by S.Karuppusamy, Deputy Director .
Ministry of Defence
Passing out Parade 141 Course NDA, AUTUMN Term-21
Pune, 29 October 2021
The Passing Out Parade of 141st Course was conducted at Khetarpal Parade Ground, NDA, Khadakwasla on 29 Oct 21. General MM Naravane, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, ADC, Chief of the Army Staff  reviewed the parade.
The conduct of Parade was suitably modified so as to ensure COVID-19 related precautions. Parents of the cadets of Passing out course were invited to attend the parade. The event was also covered LIVE on Television and social media.
Over 1000 cadets participated in the parade of which 305 cadets were from the passing out couse. This included 220 Army cadets, 41 Naval cadets and 44 Air Force cadets including 19 cadets from Friendly Foreign Countries . The cadets will proceed for eight weeks of term break and thereafter join their respective Pre-Commisioning Training Academies. Cadets of the junior courses will report back to the NDA on 27 Dec 2021.
The meritorious cadets were awarded by the Reviewing Officer. Academy Cadet Captain Vamshi Krishna won the President’s Gold Medal for standing first in the overall order of merit. Battallion Cadet Captain SiripurapuLikhit won the President’s Silver Medal for standing second in the overall order of merit and Battalion Cadet Captain Harshvardhan Singh won the President’s Bronze Medal for standing third in the overall order of merit. Oscar Squadron bagged the prestigious ‘Chiefs of Staff Banner’, for being the Champion Squadron which was presented during the parade.
The Reviewing Officer congratulated all the passing out course cadets, the medal winners and the Champion Squadron. He emphasized on the need for continued learning to keep abreast with evolving technological advances and modern warfare. He exhorted the cadets that antimpag of training at NDA is only the 'pahlakadam' towards service to the nation. He also conveyed his gratitude to the parents of the passing out cadets for supporting their sons to choose and pursue career in the Armed Forces of India and also being their strength during these three years of their training at NDA. He complimented the staff of NDA for successfully completing the curriculum despite numerous constraints under the pandemic situation. In his address to the media, he affirmed that the training of women in NDA will be at par with training of men.PIB Pune /M.Iyengar/D.Rane
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11th Convocation of IIST on 18th August
Thiruvananthapuram : 18 August 2023
The 11th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology  in Thiruvananthapuram will be held on 18th August 2023, 10 AM, at the Pearl Jubilee Auditorium, LPSC, ISRO Valiamala. Dr K Radhakrishnan, Chairperson of the Standing Committee of the Indian Institute of Technology  Council and former chairperson of ISRO will be the chief guest. Chancellor Dr B N Suresh will preside over the function.A total of 275 degrees will be awarded at the convocation. 135 students from BTech, 18 students from Dual Degree, 97 students from M tech and 25 students in Ph D will receive degrees. Gold medals to meritorious students will also be awarded at the event. Shri S Somanath, Chairman ISRO, President IIST Governing Body, Dr V Narayanan, Director LPSC and Dr. S Unnikrishnan Nair, Director IIST will also attend the event.
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Ministry of Defence
Airbridge for Mansarovar Yatra : An IAF Effort
For three months, starting 18 Jun 2018, the Indian Air Force would create an airbridge between Pithoragarh and Gunji, in an effort to airlift 1080 registered passengers to Gunji to enable them to continue their journey for the coveted annual Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
The requirement for the IAF to pitch in arose, when the MEA approached the MoD for air effort between the places where the connectivity was envisaged to be poor. “The IAF is ever ready to take over any task assigned by the Govt and thereafter ensures that it is executed in a most professional manner” said Air Cmde Pendse of Western Air Command, who is overlooking the operations.
The command had been chosen by Air HQ for this task, especially due to the experience its heptr pilots have in flying in mountainous terrain and landing at high altitudes, given the fact that Gunji is at an altitude of 3100 mts above the sea level.
“We have deployed three MLH class of heptrs at Pithoragarh which would be carrying approximately 60-80 passengers per day” said the task force commander positioned at Pithoragarh. The heptrs, from the Kirpan and Nubra Warrior units of the IAF, would be deployed for about three months catering for the return journey as well and would fly about 300 hrs in the duration of the operations.
ARG/DKS
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